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PAC Launched by Locals to Promote Alternative Transportation Statewide Has a Tall Order jcitytimes.com September 15, 2025 

Fifth Avenue Road Project to Begin on Monday September 15 tapinto.net September 12, 2025 

Experience New Jersey’s Top Attractions with New Jersey’s Transit’s Modernized Rail Services travelandtourworld.com September 12, 2025 

NY Waterway’s “Shades of Autumn” Fall Foliage Tours Offer Spectacular Views Along the Hudson River patch.com September 12, 2025 

Middlesex County and NJ TRANSIT to Enter Construction Phase on New Brunswick Train Station Renovations The Sun Newspapers, 9/11/2025

Late Night Drivers Fed Up with Nonstop Red Lights in New Jersey nj1015.com September 11, 2025 

One Year Study: Powering Ahead to Cut Somerset County Emissions, Boost Electric Vehicle Infrastructure TAP inot Sommerville, 9/11/2025 — NJTPA MENTION 

How buses will move tens of thousands of World Cup soccer fans at MetLife Stadium NJ.com, 09/09/2025 (PAYWALL)

Piscataway company to complete work on Carteret waterfront walkway project MyCentralJersey.com, 09/09/2025

2 N.J. rail lines spared from cuts under SEPTA plan that borrows an NJ Transit idea NJ.com, 09/09/2025 (PAYWALL)

NJ Transit buys 200 more multilevel rail cars as it phases out aging single-level cars ROI-NJ.com, 09/09/2025

E-bikes are everywhere. N.J. congressman proposes new laws as injuries soar NJ.com, 09/08/2025 (PAYWALL)

Regional Roundup

A roundup of transportation news from daily, weekly and online outlets.

Traffic changes coming for I-280 in Newark; $31.7M road construction project moves forward patch.com, 09/05/2025 — A major road construction project continues to move forward on I-280 in Essex County, with a lane closure scheduled for Friday and a new traffic pattern beginning on Saturday evening.
 
 

TSA screens 10.4M travelers over Labor Day weekend, sets record for Friday volume WRNJ Radio, 09/05/2025 — The Transportation Security Administration screened nearly 10.4 million travelers over the Labor Day weekend, marking one of the busiest holiday travel periods in the agency’s history, officials said Tuesday.
 

NJ TRANSIT service to MetLife Stadium begins this weekend: What to know WPIX, 09/03/2025 — Jets and Giants fans looking to avoid the headache of driving and parking at MetLife Stadium this season may want to see this.
 

Somerset County officials urge caution around school buses as new year begins WRNJ Radion, 09/04/2025 — With Labor Day signaling both the end of summer and the start of the new school year, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald and Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives Francisco Roman Jr. are reminding motorists, students, and caregivers to prioritize school bus safety.
 

NJ TRANSIT to take over operation of light rail River Line trains.com, 09/04/2025 —NJ RANSIT will take over operation and maintenance of the light rail River Line from current contract operator Alstom, a process beginning today, the agency and company have announced.
 
 

Sleeker, Comfier, a Tiny Bit Faster: Riding Amtrak’s New Acela New York Times, 09/04/2025 — The NextGen high-speed trains feel more like those in China, Japan or France. But topping out at 160 m.p.h., they’re still relatively slow.

Toll of Commuting: E-scooter makes woman's commute more affordable and efficient News 12 New Jersey, 09/03/2025 — Whether you're looking for a quick way to zip through city traffic or an alternative to public transportation, electric scooters are a convenient and affordable option for getting from point A to point B. On today's Toll of Commuting, we introduce you to a woman who uses one on her commute!

Judge halts SEPTA fare hikes and service cuts — for now NJ Spotlight News, 09/02/2025 — The planned fare hikes and regional rail service cuts by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, or SEPTA, that were set to go into effect this week are on hold. A Philadelphia judge on Friday ordered SEPTA to halt any new increases or reductions that weren’t already in place. Cuts to bus and metro services that went into effect in August will stay in place.

Art & Sound brings music and community to Asbury Park Station Tapinto.net, 09/02/2025 — The Asbury Park Transportation Center will transform into a hub of music and community on Friday, September 5, when “Art & Sound at the Station” takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. The free event features live performances from Space, Alex Simone, Anthony Xerri, and Eric Ginsberg. 

Here’s when PATH Hoboken terminal will reopen after 5-day closure NJ.com, 09/01/2025 — PATH officials said Hoboken Terminal will reopen early Tuesday morning after a shutdown to finish track work that’s impacted commuters since mid-July.

Bike safety in Hackensack: Give your input Sept. 9 Tapinto.net, 08/31/2025 — Mayor Caseen Gaines and the Hackensack city council will meet Sept. 9 to discuss bike safety. The Hackensack Comprehensive Bicycle Plan will be presented at the City’s upcoming Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, giving residents the opportunity to provide input on the future of the City’s diverse forms of transportation. 

Gov. Murphy urges FAA to cut down on non-essential helicopter flights News 12 New Jersey, 08/29/2025 — Gov. Phil Murphy is urging the Federal Aviation Administration to reduce non-essential helicopter flights departing from the Kearny Heliport to New York City following a deadly helicopter crash earlier this year.
 

Record-breaking traffic expected on Labor Day weekend. What to know about NJ Transit, PATH changes northjersey.com, 08/29/2025 — People should plan ahead for heavy traffic and longer wait times at airports, as this year's Labor Day weekend is expected to see record-breaking numbers of travelers and vehicular traffic.
 

Teaching safe cycling in Passaic, New Jersey betterbikeshare.org, 08/29/2025 — In Passaic, NJ, a community just 10 miles from NYC, a free bike share system launched this April with the introduction of Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Bike Share. 
 
 

NY Penn Station Set for Multi-Billion-Dollar Overhaul in 2027 wnnj.iheart.com, 08/28/2025 - New York Penn Station is slated for a multi-billion-dollar transformation beginning in 2027. Announced by Trump Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and former New York City Transit Authority President Andy Byford, the project aims to revitalize the station to be operationally sound, safe, and easy to navigate, with a focus on excellence. Byford, now a special advisor to the Amtrak Board of Directors, is leading the redevelopment effort.
 
 

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Research Transfers

Some recent research postings from InTransition magazine.

Leading Pedestrian Intervals in New York City Reduced Injuries A seven-second head start for pedestrians crossing the street reduced injuries in New York City by a third, according to a study of more than 6,000 intersections.

Walking and Biking Accounts for <10% of Trips in Most of the U.S. Walking and biking accounts for less than 10 percent of trips in more than two-thirds of U.S. counties, according to a new report.

Density, Street Design Lead to More Walking, Biking Density and street design are the strongest predictors of high walking and biking rates, with a recent study suggesting that if every city expanded its bike lane network and redesigned streets to match Copenhagen, Denmark, private vehicle emissions could be cut by 6 percent and generate $435 million in health benefits.

Issues & Insights

A list of links to recent articles, reports and announcements relating to transportation policy, legislation and research.

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